WALK 1The Castle Inn nestles in the pretty village of Chiddingstone (owned by The National Trust) and features in The Good Pub Guide and in the AA Pub Guide. From here this circular walk leads you along little roads and paths, through fields and woods, to Hever Castle and back.

The Castle Inn and the hamlet of Chiddingstone are both now owned by The National Trustto protect what is one of the prettiest villages in Kent. Chiddingstone and its row of 16th and 17th century houses are instantly recognisable from being the setting for films such as 'Room with a View' as well as 'The Wicked Lady', 'Elizabeth R' starring Glenda Jackson and 'Life of Hogarth'.

Although the houses are not open to the public, of course the Castle Inn is and has been for centuries. It has a heavily beamed Saloon Bar and a small, very individual, Restaurant with waiter service. Here Luncheon is served from 12 noon with last orders at 2pm, and Dinner from 7pm with last orders at 9.30pm. Sunday Lunch is an institution at the Castle Inn.

Naturally a village inn has Real Ales, the most popular being Larkins, which is brewed by Bob Dockerty in the village. There is also a carefully selected Wine List containing about 150 wines.

Behind the Inn is a pretty vine-hung courtyard with its own Garden Bar so you don't need to carry your drinks through the building. Beyond that, and over a bridge, is a lawn with beautifully tended flowerbeds. On sunny days refreshments may be enjoyed anywhere outside and there is a comprehensive Bar & Garden Menu.

This is one of a series of walks contributed by The Castle Inn. Links to their other walks can be found below.

WALK 2A circular route from Chiddingstone to Penshurst Place through woods and fields with views over the Eden Valley, returning to The Castle Inn for refreshment which nestles in the pretty village of Chiddingstone (owned by The National Trust) and features in The Good Pub Guide and in the AA Pub Guide.

WALK 3A circular walk from Chiddingstone to Bough Beech Reservoir with fine views of the countryside as well as of Chiddingstone Castle and St Mary's Church. The Castle Inn nestles in the pretty village of Chiddingstone (owned by The National Trust) and features in The Good Pub Guide and in the AA Pub Guide.

WALK 4A longer circular walk from The Castle Inn which nestles in the pretty village of Chiddingstone (owned by The National Trust) and features features in The Good Pub Guide and in the AA Pub Guide.This route takes in Penshurst Park with woodland and riverside stretches and some views.

OLD HARRY ROCKSLovely pub walk featuring the Jurassic Coastline, fine views and the infamous rock formations. Return to the award-winning Bankes Arms which is owned by The National Trust and features in the Good Pub Guide.